ASRM Today - A Conversation About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Jennifer Knudtson
Release Date: 08/27/2020
ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Five
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Personalized Medicine and Genetic Testing: Imagine a world where your doctor doesn't just prescribe a one-size-fits-all treatment, but instead tailors your medication and therapy based on your own unique genetic make-up. That future is already becoming a reality. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Four
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Genetics in Agriculture: How do scientists use genetic modification to improve crops? What role does selective breeding play? And what does the future hold for genetically engineered foods? How does it all affect reproductive medicine? More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Three
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Genetic diseases: What happens when our genetic code - our biological blueprint - contains an error? How do these errors lead to disease? And how are scientists working to correct them? We'll answer these questions and explore the exciting advances in gene therapy that could transform the future of medicine. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM...
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Two
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What makes us who we are? Is it our genes, our environment, or a complex interplay of both? In this episode we'll explore how genetics influences behavior and personality, how environmental factors come in to play, and what modern science says about the balance between the two. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode One
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Join us as this season we dive into the topic of Genetics. In this first episode, we'll explore how a 19th-century monk, working quietly in his garden, set the stage for a scientific revolution. Our guest this episode is Janine Gessner Mash, Director at Arbor Genetic Counseling. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Bonus Episode: Reflections at ASRM 2024
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ASRM Today explores the highlights of the ASRM 2024 meeting in Denver, focusing on attendees' experiences and key sessions. Host Jeffrey Hayes interviews leaders in reproductive medicine, including Mindy Christianson, Amy Sparks, and William Catherino, who share insights on professional development, advancing patient care, and fostering connections. Topics discussed range from SRS plenary sessions and PGT advancements to fibroid research and the implementation of donor offspring information laws. The episode underscores the meeting's value in education, networking, and shaping the future of...
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ASRM Today: Industry Sponsored Episode: Importance of Equity in Fertility Care & FertilityEquity™ Module Launch
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In this episode of ASRM Today, host Jeffrey Hayes discusses inequities in fertility care, particularly for Black women, with guests Lasha Clarke, Gloria Richard-Davis, and Michael Thomas. They explore barriers faced by Black women, including provider bias and delayed referrals, and introduce a new e-learning module aimed at supporting equitable fertility care. The conversation highlights the need for culturally responsive care and comprehensive reproductive health education. The project is supported by ASRM, Ferring, and Engaged MD. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts...
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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Nine: Reflections
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In this ASRM Today podcast episode, host Jeffrey Hayes reflects on the theme of Season 2, "equity, access, and innovation," in reproductive medicine. The season explores these ideas through personal, political, and cultural lenses, including an analysis of pop culture’s influence and discussions from the ASRM 2024 Congress. Hayes emphasizes the value of ongoing innovation, personal growth, and collaboration in advancing reproductive health. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play...
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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Eight: ASRM 2024 Preview Part Two
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In this episode of ASRM Today, Jeffrey Hayes previews three key sessions from ASRM 2024 in Denver. Julia Woodward discusses the importance of integrating mental health professionals into fertility care. Ryan Flannigan explores advances in male infertility research, focusing on epigenetics and the gut microbiome. Maria Rodriguez highlights policy solutions for equitable contraceptive access, emphasizing the role of social determinants in reproductive health. The episode invites listeners to learn more about the upcoming ASRM 2024 events and encourages participation in the discussions. More...
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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Seven: ASRM 2024 Preview Part One
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This episode of the ASRM Today podcast offers a preview of the ASRM 2024 Congress in Denver, Colorado. Jeffrey Hayes introduces guests Jamie Feingold and Jessica Medvedich, who discuss postgraduate courses available during the congress. Feingold highlights a course for new nurses in reproductive endocrinology, emphasizing the need for comprehensive education in fertility care. Medvedich describes a course focused on innovation and increasing access to reproductive care, addressing the challenges of integrating medical and business aspects in healthcare practices. More on these topics is...
info_outline"PCOS is actually the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive age women. In 2010, according to the WHO it estimated 116 million women worldwide have PCOS." - Jennifer Knudtson, M.D.
It has been 30 years since the National Institutes of Health issued criteria on polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS and we talk about the most recent updated guidelines today with Dr. Jennifer Knudtson, M.D.
Dr. Jennifer Knudtson is an Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at University of Texas Health, San Antonio. She is a CREST scholar and a member of the ASRM Patient Education Committee, representing the Society for the Study of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI).
ASRM Practice Committee documents mentioned in this episode:
- Recommendations from the international evidence-based guideline for the assessment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (2018)
- Role of metformin for ovulation induction in infertile patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a guideline (2017)
- Use of exogenous gonadotropins for ovulation induction in anovulatory women: a committee opinion (2020)
All ASRM Practice Committee documents can be viewed at ASRM.org
If you'd like to learn more about the types of practice documents and the methodology of their creation, visit this page on ASRM.org
The ASRM Today podcast is supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.